10 Things to Do This Weekend: Jan. 25-28

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Feel the thunder as monster truck drivers put their pedals to metal, spinning wildly in tire-smoking donuts, popping wheelies and hurtling into the air at the Monster Truck Nationals. Watch in awe as these metallic beasts do death-defying tricks, like the “Kiss of Death,” “Cliffhanger” and 35-foot backflips over a 75-foot gap. Ever wanted to ride in a one of these? Here’s your chance – adults and kids can take a ride on the wild side aboard a monster truck.

Saturday is International Holocaust Remembrance Day. Mark the occasion by visiting a newly opened exhibit dedicated to the largest and symbolically most important Jewish uprising in German-occupied Europe. “The 75th Anniversary of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising” tells the stories of those who led the uprising and survivors who lived through the resistance.

Get ready to eat as Chicago Restaurant Week returns with more than 370 restaurants on the menu. Revisit a neighborhood favorite or check out that new restaurant you’ve been eyeing during the two-week event. Though, let’s be real: One week isn’t enough to celebrate the culinary creations of Bon Appétit’s reigning “restaurant city of the year.”

You don’t have to wait till spring to enjoy the Jefferson Park Sunday Market. Browse the stalls of more than 15 vendors, selling everything from seafood to coffee and pastries. Singer-songwriter David Smith provides musical entertainment, and a noontime story keeps little ones entertained.

Creative night owls with an interest in indie publishing can kick off 2018 with a “creative frenzy” at Zlumber Party. Spend all night (and the wee hours) working on your latest project, be it zine, comic, book or related work. Comfy clothes and sleeping gear are recommended, but office supplies and work spaces will be provided, as well as some snacks. Reservations are required, preferably before Saturday. (Organizers want to make sure they order enough pizza to feed the creative minds in attendance.)

Cast a line at an indoor fly fishing pond, learn new techniques and watch trick casting demonstrations at the Chicagoland Fishing Travel & Outdoor Expo. Be sure to check out a 5,000-gallon fish tank filled with bass and pan fish, as well as exhibits featuring birds of prey, snakes and reptiles.

Ever wondered how an artistic collaboration unfolds behind the scenes? Take a peek into the creative process in real time at Las Ideas, presented by Federico Leon and his collaborator Julian Tello. Using video projections, instruments and games, the duo develops working material to incorporate into the performance taking place.

Winos, this one’s for you: 90 global vintners and more than 250 wines are yours to sample at D’Vine Affair, an annual charity event for the Catholic Charities self-sufficiency programs. Highlights include a wine tasting seminar, live auction of a barrel of wine (that’s 300 bottles!) and a craft and imported beer tasting room.

Events listed are subject to change. We recommend double-checking times and locations before you head out the door. Want to share your upcoming events with us for consideration in a future roundup? Send us an email.